Press release from Asheville Police Department:
The Asheville Police Department is requesting assistance from the public to identify an armed robbery suspect. Monday night at approximately 9:22 p.m. APD responded to a report of an armed robbery at Starbucks (40 All Souls Crescent). The suspect entered the business, produced a handgun, fired one shot into the air, and demanded money from the clerk. He fled the business in a white sedan, possibly a 1980s model Toyota Corolla. No injuries were reported as a result of this incident.
The suspect should be considered armed and dangerous. If anyone has any information on the identity of the suspect they are encouraged to contact the Asheville Police Department at (828) 252-1110 or Asheville-Buncombe Crime Stoppers at (828) 255-5050, if they wish to remain anonymous.
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